Events

We love putting on local events. Some will educate, all will entertain, and every now and then we will find an excuse for a party. Below are a selection of our upcoming events – for information on all events, please visit your local pub’s website.

Pork & Aspalls Cider weekend

The Bear & Ragged Staff

15 Aug 2025

Join us for a weekend of Head Chef's, delicious pork dishes, each paired with the perfect Aspalls cider. Available dinner, Friday & Saturday. Book your table here, quoting "Pork & Cider."

The Menu

Starters

Crispy Pig Cheeks, Fennel Purée, Pancetta & Sage

Pâté de Campagne, Fig Relish, Toasted Sourdough

Mains

Crispy Pork Loin Escalope, Sauce Gribiche, Fries, Dressed Rocket

Pork Tenderloin Medallions, Pomme Anna, Heritage Carrots, Apple Purée, Jus

Slow-Cooked Blythburgh Pork Rib Eye, Parsnip Purée, Wild Mushrooms, Madeira Jus

All Delectably Paired With Aspall’s Finest Range of Ciders

We Turn 20!

The Swan

16 Aug 2025

Join us as we celebrate our 20th birthday in the garden! We'll have the BBQ lit, a Fever Tree gin bar, and live music playing throughout the day. There'll be games to keep the little ones entertained. Why not book in early for breakfast and enjoy a glass of bubbly on us. Our celebrations will be running 12pm - late.

Live Music

12pm - Mabes

3pm - Oli Mellor

6pm - The Bop Won’t Stop

8pm - Motown with DJ Staggy

Garden Party

The Drummond at Albury

23 Aug 2025

Celebrate our garden and join us for our first garden party of the summer! There'll be live music, from the fantastic Surrey Pumas, a Firebird Bar, chef will be on the BBQ, and there will even be a Duck Race. Join us, drink in hand, from 5pm.

Figgfest

23 Aug 2025

You know the drill! Gather your friends and family, and join us for a day of partying. Our resident DJ's will be on the decks from 2pm - 10.30pm, we'll have the BBQ fired up, and there'll be tonnes of garden games to keep the little ones entertained.

Bank Holiday Garden Sessions

The High Field

24 Aug 2025

Celebrate the bank holiday weekend and join us in the garden! We'll have the BBQ lit, there'll be music to keep you dancing through the day, and all your favourite drinks chilled and ready to go at the bar - perfect for toasting with friends.

Brazilian Barbecue with Ene

The Fishes

30 Aug 2025

Join us for a day of delicious specials, as our Sous Chef Ene showcases some Brazilian delights! We'll be serving from 1pm, book a table online or just pop down.

Autumn Menu Tasting

The Thatch

25 Sep 2025

This is very possibly our most popular event. We hold one every season with each menu change and they are a guaranteed sell-out! Join us for six courses, covering as many of our new dishes as possible, with wine to match each dish. Our chefs will be on hand to talk you through the menu and our team will be ensuring your glass is full to the brim - £65pp Call us on 01844 214340 to book or alternatively you can book online and quote 'menu tasting'

Rocktober

Brookmans

01 Oct 2025

Calling all headbangers! Kick off the weekend with live rock music every Friday night throughout October. Whether you're centre of the dance floor, or sitting back and enjoying the lively atmosphere, pop down and join in the fun.

Cheese & Wine Evening

The Three Horseshoes

09 Oct 2025

Calling all wine enthusiasts and cheese connoisseurs. Join us for an evening of unforgettable indulgence, our hosts will guide and talk you through some delicious and thoughtfully prepared wine and cheese pairings. Grab your friends, colleagues, or loved ones and join us for a delightful evening filled with the good stuff. £55pp.

Game Weekend

The Thatch

13 Nov 2025

Celebrating all that is game! Join us for a weekend of Games specials on our boards. Call the pub on 01844 214340 to book.

Valentine's Day

The Three Horseshoes

14 Feb 2026

From 6pm, we’ll be serving a premium set menu only – no regular menu available.

2 courses – £45 | 3 courses – £55
Includes a glass of Prosecco on arrival

Perfect for a relaxed and special evening.